Chapter 35

Inside the Myriad Methods Sect, the inner disciple Peng Geng watched the new disciples practicing the "Basic Sword Technique Three" and found the scene particularly pleasing to the eye.

Disciples from other sects found it hard to understand why Myriad Methods Sect disciples had a special affection for martial arts with names like "Basic Sword Technique," "Basic Fist Technique," "Basic Step Technique," "Basic Spear Technique," "Basic Saber Technique," and "Basic Halberd Technique." For most cultivators, these widely spread introductory martial arts were like addition and subtraction within ten: you would benefit from them for life but wouldn't deliberately learn them, let alone have any special feelings about them—what? The excitement of learning "one plus one equals two" is still fresh in your memory? Even if it were true, you wouldn't admit it, right?

Peng Geng would have sneered at such thoughts.

Myriad Methods Sect disciples have always believed that the basic martial arts taught by the Immortal Academy are the embodiment of the beauty of mathematics!

The basic martial arts currently in use by the Immortal Alliance were developed a thousand years ago by the Myriad Methods Sect's free-roaming cultivator, "Sword Madman" Ge Langri. Ge Langri, also known as "Calculation Madman," had also delved into the research fields of the Essence Power Sect and the Profound Star Temple. However, his greatest achievement was the sword manual without illustrations. Without illustrations, there were no specific techniques, but as long as one followed the instructions in the manual, whether it was a saber, spear, sword, halberd, axe, hook, or staff, as long as the parameters were discerned and the formula applied, the techniques could be systematically broken down, and all methods could be defeated. Using these sword formulas to analyze the sword techniques of the world, breaking them down into the simplest factors, and then recombining them according to mathematical principles, these basic martial arts were created.

Each movement of the basic martial arts, when broken down into formulas, is the simplest factor, representing the most concise and infinitely possible movements. When these disciples truly delve into the martial arts, they can freely combine these "martial arts formulas" to suit themselves.

In the eyes of the Myriad Methods Sect, the basic martial arts are the beauty of mathematics!

Oh, look at that kick, it's the simplest factor "Jia Zeng Xin Fang"! That arm stretch, it's the "Yi Ding Zhi Ji"! Look at that chest thrust... wow, the harvest has been good these years, look at that girl... the curvature is really large!

Without realizing it, Peng Geng's thoughts drifted in a wrong direction. At this moment, the discipline of the Myriad Methods Sect disciples made him notice a hint of disharmony in the formation.

"What's going on? Someone is not doing it correctly?"

His duty as an instructor made him serious, and his eyes quickly locked onto the target. Seeing the one with the incorrect movement, a hint of displeasure flashed in Peng Geng's heart, and he subconsciously called out, "Wang Qi, come out."

The one called out looked helpless. Wang Qi understood that this was a provocation. Su Junyu had actually told him. Li Ziyeh was one of the few Myriad Methods Sect disciples skilled in socializing and had a high reputation among his peers. Since Li Ziyeh's death was closely related to him, about eighty percent of the Myriad Methods Sect disciples in Xinyue City looked at him unfavorably. This was also why, despite cultivating the "Yao Ding Suan Jing," Wang Qi couldn't find anyone to play chess with and had to play cards with Su Junyu—no, this was absolutely not because "I have few friends" that he hung out with Su Junyu.

Even Su Junyu admitted that if he hadn't played a few rounds of cards with him and had a good relationship with Xiang Qi, he might also be annoyed by Wang Qi. Therefore, Wang Qi was mentally prepared for the provocation from the Myriad Methods Sect.

But while the one called out was mentally prepared, the assistant who called him out fell into silence.

Peng Geng admitted that he was annoyed by Wang Qi and would be happy to step on him if he caused trouble in the Immortal Academy. But now, the other party was at most being lazy, and according to the rules, he could only give a verbal warning. As a result of his impulsive action, he called him out of the formation! If he imposed a severe punishment, it would be a violation of the rules...

Except for the White泽 Divine Lord, who had no taboos, Myriad Methods Sect disciples were known for their strict adherence to the rules.

The inexplicable awkwardness in Peng Geng's heart grew. If Xiang Qi knew what was happening at this moment, she would probably start mocking—Myriad Methods Sect's emotional intelligence is just low!

Peng Geng's unpredictable expression fell into Wang Qi's eyes, but it had a completely different meaning. Wang Qi sneered in his heart: Oh, you're still thinking of a big move, trying to figure out how to deal with me? Haha, I know the rules of the Immortal Academy well. The methods you can use to deal with me are only a few, and I have already prepared countermeasures A, B, and C!

Indeed, slapping faces is what a穿越者 should do!

The strange silence between the two was perceived differently by the other disciples. Many had heard about the friction between Wang Qi and the Myriad Methods Sect disciples, including some from imperial families with keen political senses. Wang Qi, a genius who could break through to the Heaven Realm alone after transitioning from ancient to modern cultivation methods, was a strong contender for the Five Greats' true inheritance. The Immortal Academy also had evaluations for character and conduct. Wang Qi being picked on by the instructor was something they enjoyed seeing, and if he had a conflict with this Foundation Establishment senior and lost all his conduct points for the month, it would be even better.

The low emotional intelligence of the Myriad Methods Sect disciples trying to trip up the new disciples and then being slapped in the face in various ways was somewhat exciting!

Due to Peng Geng's indecision, Wang Qi had already started imagining the reactions of everyone after he slapped him in the face.

Fortunately, Myriad Methods Sect disciples, while generally low in emotional intelligence, were not stupid, with high IQs. Peng Geng quickly thought of a way to save face.

The Myriad Methods Sect disciple forced a smile, uglier than a cry. Wang Qi, seeing this, became alert, thinking: The main part of the show is coming.

"Your sword dance is good."

"Uh-huh." Wang Qi responded indifferently.

"Have you practiced before? Combat sword techniques."

"I practiced a few defensive moves while cultivating the ancient method's spirit body."

Peng Geng nodded: "Very good..."

Would he scold me for not forgetting the inferior ancient methods, or blame me for being too arrogant? Wang Qi stared at Peng Geng, waiting for his next move.

"Other disciples, listen well! Don't think this basic martial art is just basic! This martial art is the root of all martial arts! You should learn from Wang Qi! Learn to integrate your consciousness and knowledge into these martial techniques and develop your own martial path!"

Wait a minute, the script seems a bit off?

At this moment, shouldn't he scold me for not practicing seriously, then either make me demonstrate my sword technique and get slapped in the face, or find a so-called genius to teach me a lesson and get slapped in the face? Isn't this development a bit too strange?

Peng Geng continued: "Next, I will show you how to integrate your own ideas into the basic martial arts! Wang Qi is at the same level as you and is the best among you. He will practice with me, and you should pay attention to our sword techniques and compare them with your own!"

Another Foundation Establishment assistant frowned: "Old Peng, isn't this beyond the syllabus? It doesn't seem to be part of the exam."

A cold sweat appeared on Peng Geng's forehead: "Bonus points, bonus points..."

Wang Qi didn't have time to mock the two Foundation Establishment assistants who seemed to be emphasizing key points in a physical education class. He was thinking about Peng Geng's intentions: "Is this guy planning to personally deal with me? I'm at the Qi Condensation stage, he's at the Foundation Establishment stage, and he's from the precise Myriad Methods Sect. The possibility of him accidentally hurting me is too small. Even if he really hurt me, he would have to offend Xiang Qi and Su Junyu, two true disciples. A minor punishment? The clinic here is free, and there are Golden Core cultivators in charge... Making me lose face is even less likely, as it's too normal for a Qi Condensation to lose to a Foundation Establishment..."

The new disciples looked at Wang Qi with envy, thinking it was a great opportunity to receive personal guidance from the instructor. Some were even gloating, thinking Peng Geng was going to personally teach Wang Qi a lesson.

Wang Qi was still uncertain, but Peng Geng felt he had salvaged the situation. He walked up to Wang Qi and drew a training sword: "Wang Qi, pay attention."

Wang Qi thought and thought but couldn't figure out how the other party planned to trap him. However, he confirmed that he was not in danger, so he assumed the starting stance and said: "Senior Peng, please instruct me."

In the etiquette of the Immortal Dao, if two people are sparring, the one with lower cultivation usually goes first. If the one with lower cultivation insists on "striking last," the one with higher cultivation will start with a probing attack.

Wang Qi directly used the "Basic Sword Technique One's Shoulder-Level Thrust," aiming straight for Peng Geng's center.

As soon as Wang Qi made his move, Peng Geng calculated countless ways to counter it in his mind. Normally, he would have used each counter and explained to Wang Qi why the flower was so red. However, to save face, he had to insist that calling Wang Qi out was for demonstration purposes, so he couldn't use advanced sword techniques. Therefore, he had to suppress the tempting counters in his mind and use a move from the "Basic Sword Technique Three" to block Wang Qi's thrust with a vertical sword.

To Wang Qi, Peng Geng's move was not just a simple one. The trajectory of the sword was outlined in his mind, and he clearly saw the curve it represented!

"The Geometry Book," a powerful technique that enhances abstract thinking!

Wang Qi's magical power was not yet sufficient to support the "Yao Ding Suan Jing" for ultra-high-speed calculations, but the enhancement from this Myriad Methods Sect technique allowed him to vaguely grasp Peng Geng's next move. He quickly withdrew his sword and placed it horizontally in front of his chest in a disorganized manner.

Sure enough, Peng Geng's next move was to slash down with the vertical sword!

Wang Qi took half a step back, pressed his sword forward, and used another move from the "Basic Sword Technique One" to attack Peng Geng. Peng Geng blocked this attack with a move from the "Basic Sword Technique."

The two exchanged about a dozen moves. Wang Qi gradually became excited. Sparring with a partner who wouldn't dare to harm him was greatly beneficial to his martial arts cultivation, and "The Geometry Book" and "Yao Ding Suan Jing" could also be improved. The satisfaction from this was incomparable to slapping faces! No matter how the other party planned to deal with him, this sparring session was worth it!

Compared to Wang Qi's excitement, Peng Geng felt more and more frustrated. There were countless good moves to deal with this annoying guy, but... but... but... it should be my home turf, but from the expressions, it seems like I'm the one being humiliated!

The Foundation Establishment assistant familiar with Peng Geng saw his expression and vaguely guessed the truth. However, most people couldn't figure out the bizarre logic behind Peng Geng's decision to use this method to save face.

At the time, they asked Peng Geng for the reason. Peng Geng's answer was: "This is the sentiment of the Myriad Methods Sect."

Incidentally, Xiang Qi and a few other cultivators were quite depressed after hearing this. Xiang Qi's original words were: "Hahaha, it's just that he can't control his emotions and doesn't understand social skills... Hahaha, I have to rely on these low-emotional-intelligence guys for the next six months!"

Additionally, much later, Wang Qi made a final judgment on this matter: "The sentiment of the Myriad Methods Sect, ordinary people won't understand."

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